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1976-02-14 Regular MeetingKOQIAK ISLAND BOROUCH rebr,:arW 14 1197E t Z USA'76 I CALL TO ORDER BICEN7_-E-1NL9L COYZI118SION The meeting was called to order after lunch at 12 noon at the Captain's Keg by Chairman Allen Taylor. II ROLL CALL i PRESENT Allen Taylor, Chairman Father Joseph Kreta Jean Rhines Margaret Childs Gil Jarvella Eunice Neseth Dennis Murray Ann Barker Susan Starr Bresette III BICENTENNIAL NEWSL =RS a Lucy McIver Nancy Anderson Chuck Evans SPECIAL GUESTS Mayor Robert Craig. Mrs. Joseph Kreta The Chairman first reviewed the Bicentennial Newsletters re- ceived from the National Bicentennial Administration since the last meeting. John Warner's suggestion for use of the national logo within the school's during this Bicentennial year was commented on and Allen Taylor will contact Chuck Evans to see if the school district will order logo stickers for use on diploma's etc. IV OLD BUSINESS A. Heritage Museum - It was noted that no response had been re- ceived to date on the letter to Standard Oil. B. Town Meeting '76 - The concept of the upcoming Town Meeting was discussed and the members were given a brief outline as to what was being planned for the Kodiak Town Meeting. Allen Taylor urged all the committee members to attend the Town Meet- ing on March 6th and to interest members of other groups that they belong to to attend. The Town Meeting will be one of Y.odiak's major Bicentennial functions. C. Medallions - Dennis Murray discussed the order that has been placed by the Senior Citizens for the Kodiak Logo Medallions. The final number of these medallions produced will depend upon demand. The silver medallion will sell for $30.,through the Senior Citizens. The bronze and rickle medallions will be approx- imately $3./$4. and will be available through local merchants. The Senior Citizens are planning to donate some medallions to the Bicentennial Commission for presentation to V.I.P.'s visiting Kodiak. r' C !) r I Minutes Kodiak Island Borough Bicentennial Commission February 14, 1976 Page 2 The State of Alaska Bicentennial Commemorative Medallions were shown and Allen Taylor and Dennis Murray discussed the limited number that were minted. The Senior Citizens have obtained 10 silver medallions. Allen Taylor said that after discussion with the Borough and Senior Citizens it was decided to offer these medallions first to the mem- bers of the committee. Committee members present then purchased the medallions. " D. Air Force Band/Singing Sargents , The Air Force Band will be'in Kodiak April 24th to perform at the Main School Gym at 8 P.M. Allen Taylor gave a brief description of the event and asked if the Com- mittee would like to sponsor the Air Force Band. He noted three re- sponsibilities of the sponsor: h. Raise funds to run a full page ad in the paper, print tickets and programs. 2. Co --ordinate publicity and correspondence 3. Co-ordinate arrangements for facilities and concert management. Jean Rhines made a motion that the Bicentennial Committee sponsor the Air Force Band and Singing Sargents. Dennis Murray seconded the motion.' Passed unanimously. Gil Jarvella suggested that a committee be formed to contact various organizations in town for.contributions.in order to have tickets printed etc. The following members volunteered to serve on the necessary committees: 1. Fundraising - Gil Jarvella, Eunice Neseth, Jean Rhines and Susan Starr Bresette 2. Publicity and Correspondence - Ann Barker and Jean Rhines 3. Concert Co-ordination Allen Taylor, Margaret Childs and Dennis Murray. Allen Taylor suggested that a Kodiak Bicentennial "Medallion be pre- sented to Col. Gabriel and Kodiak Crab Tie Tac's to the members of the Band and Singing Sargents. Gil Jarvella recommended a letter be written to the Chamber of Commerce asking them to donate the Crab Tie Tac's. Mayor Craig commented that if the Chamber would not do this he might be able to use his expense account for this purpose. .Allen Taylor suggested the American Legion be asked to sponsor a Sea Food Brunch Sunday morning April 25th for the community and members of the Air Force Band. He also thought the Bicentennial Committee might like to sponsor a no host cocktail party for the Colonel the night of the concert. Cliff Rountree will be asked to be a guest conductor for the concert. E: Bicentennial Calendar - Eunice Neseth mentioned that the Museum was considering sponsoring a formal dress ball for the 4th of July. F. Publicity - Ann Barker will have another article in the Mirror on Bicentennial events and ask again for projects to be sent to Box 1776. 1 Minutes. Kodiak Island Borough Bicentennial Commission V. NEW BUSINESS February 14, 1976 Page 3 A. Fourth of July Parade , Larry Graber Chairman of this year's parade for the American Legion was not present. it was noted that Gov. Hammond had been invited to Kodiak for the 4th of July and it is hopeful that he will attend. Dennis Murray suggested that a letter be written to the Chamber of Commerce asking them to dispense with the Crab Festival Parade this year as it was noted that the Festival this year will be only three weeks prior to the 4th of July. B. Bicentennial Idea Book - Jean Rhines will make the Idea Book available in the schools. Margaret Childs will contact Miss Carol and the Library Association with the idea of making.a Bicentennial Scrapbook for Kodiak. C. Special Projects Response , Dennis Murray will contact Sherri Murray or-Lorie Hervey about organizing a group to sing patriotic music at Bicentennial functions.— D. Bicentennial Talent Show - Arun Barker will have an article in the Mirror about this Talent Show at the Tanana Valley State Fair for anyone in Kodiak that might wish to participate. E. Alameda 176 Program,- The letter and information received on this program from the Chamber of Commerce was read and discussed. Dennis Murray made a motion that the Bicentennial Committee favorably endorse and sponsor the Alameda '76 Program. .The motion was seconded by Jean Rhines. Passed unanimously. A letter will be sent to Hazel Hogan of the Chamber of Commerce notifying her of the Committee's action. F. Regional Calendar - It was noted that the State has been asked to include additional Kodiak Bicentennial events in the regional calendar. G. State ARBC Meetings - Allen Taylor commented that it was doubtful that he would be attending the State meetings. .He asked if anyone else might be able to attend. Father Kreta said he might. 0�40/:rY:11! �h The Wagon Train from Alaska will roll. The Peterson have collected money from different organization and will be leaving February 25th. The scrolls will be available at the Town Meeting for people to sign. Flag Day will be sponsored by the Elks. RADM Hayes has been asked to speak. It will be important to get people to attend this function. An interview will be arranged with KVOK and Lloyd and Bob Bridges are to be invited to the next meeting. M utes Kodak Island Borough Bicentennial Commission � - • i 1 •ulul_��pb. February 14, 1976 Page 4 Jean Rhines asked about the status of the Flag Program for the schools. It was uncertain as to what schools would be receiving flags. Jean will call CDR Partin on the Base to obtain further information. VIII ADJOURNMENT / The meeting was adjourned at 1:45 P.M. The next regular meeting will be Saturday, March 13, 1976 at 11:30 A.M. at the Captain's Keg.